The Vancouver Canadians are known for the baseball atmosphere at the recently renamed Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Among the many promotions and events that are held at the Nat on most game nights, one of the longest running traditions at the Nat is the A&W Family Fun Sundays.
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Similar to other promotions at the Canadians games, the ultimate goal is to try to get the family out to the ballpark for a night of baseball and quality family time. A&W Family Fun Sundays are no different, and they offer exactly what the name suggests – fun for the whole family.
One of the best parts of this promotion that I remember from going to one or two of them when I was younger is the A&W root beer floats. I’m not sure how much they would cost today in the world of inflation, but they used to be a cheap and refreshing drink that was sold at these games.
This Sunday, April 30th, will have one of the Canadians giveaways to fans that show up early to the ballpark. The first 500 kids (aged 12 and under) will get a Canadians mascot blanket when they enter the gates of the stadium. This gives the family a reason to show up early to the game to have a chance to get one of these blankets!
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Perhaps the best part about A&W Family Fun Sundays happens after the game is over. Kids will get the chance to go on the cherished Nat Bailey Stadium following the game and run the bases!
I remember taking part in running the bases when I was young, and it’s truly a memorable experience that I won’t forget. It was my first ever time feeling like I was “in the spotlight” in front of the thousands of fans that stuck around after the game to watch all the kids running around the bases.
You get to feel like you’re one of the players, even if it is just for those few minutes. The thrilling experience of running the bases is something that can only be described to a certain extent, and can only be truly felt when you are the one running the bases in that moment.
The Vancouver Canadians take on the Eugene Emeralds this Sunday afternoon with the first pitch at 1:05 pm. This afternoon will be the first of several A&W Family Fun Sundays throughout the season.
If you have the opportunity, bring your family or friends to the Nat to watch some baseball and enjoy the atmosphere that awaits you!